The Unique of Segajah Island

Segajah island is located in Kuala Bontang region, East Kalimantan province. The uniqueness of this area is the limitation of time visiting. The tourists are only allowed to come in the daytime, when the sea receded until the afternoon. Why? The island is only exist when the sea receded, and will be lost when high tides. So, if you are interested in visiting, you should really pay attention in your time arrival. Because if not, you can not see anything cause the island is drowning by sea water. Beside the unique of the scheduled visits, the uniqueness of this place lies in the cleanliness of the sand, andsea water clarity, so that tourists can see the bottom of the ocean that is inhabited bymany starfish. You can rent a boat in Kuala Bontang and travel for ± 20 minutes.

Segajah Island is a small island that is very interesting. When visiting the island, seemed to the island is our private island. The island offers a variety of natural beauty that is suitable for diving, snorkeling, sightseeing, photography, and culinary.

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Indonesian Tourism: World Heritage Status

World Heritage of Nature

Indonesia has 4 objects with a status of "World Heritage of Nature". These objects are:

1. Ujung Kulon National Park


The Park is the first national park which was inaugurated in Indonesia; the park is getting recognition from UNESCO in 1991. The national park is located in the westernmost part of Java Island. The park is also covering an area of Krakatoa and several small islands surrounding such as Handeuleum Island and Peucang Island, these island has an area of about 1206 km2, in which 443 km2 is the sea. Actually, at first, this park is an agricultural area until eventually be destroyed and exhausted population caused by the eruption of Krakatoa on August 27, 1883. These events led to this area back to forest.

Currently, the area used as a protection area for endangered Javanese rhinoceros (Rhinoceros sondaicus) and other rare animals. Other rare animals are protected in addition to Java rhinoceros is the bull (Bos javanicus javanicus), ajag (Cuon alpinus javanicus), surili (Presbytis Comata Comata), langur (Trachypithecus auratus auratus), deer (Cervus timorensis Russa), leopard (Panthera pardus) , cat stone (Prionailurus bengalensis javanensis), gibbons (Hylobates moloch), and giant clams (Tridacna gigas).

2. Komodo National Park


Komodo National Park received recognition from UNESCO in 1991. The park is located between Sumbawa and Flores Island that consists of three major islands, namely Komodo Island, Rinca, and Padar, and several other small islands. The park was established in 1980 to protect the dragons and their habitat. Besides dragons, in this national park there are also approximately 277 other animal species which is a mix of animals coming from Asia and Australia. In addition, there are approximately 253 species of coral reefs in the famous waters as well as one of the best point in the world for diving. Today, this national park is also entered into one of the 7 wonders of the world's nomination.

3. Lorentz National Park


Lorentz National Park, West Papua was recognized by UNESCO in 1999. With an area of 25,000 km2, the park is the largest in Southeast Asia. The area is also one of the three regions in the world with glaciers in the tropics. The park has an amazing biodiversity. The types of animals that have been identified in the park were approximately 630 species of birds and 123 species of mammals. Bird species characteristic of this national park are, two types of cassowary, four megapoda, 31 types of pigeon / doves, 30 species of parrots, 13 species of birds of shrimp, 29 species of birds honey, and 20 species endemic among long-tailed bird of paradise (Paradigalla caruneulata) and quail snow (Anurophasis monorthonyx). Mammals animal recorded include a long snout pig spines (Zaglossus bruijnii), pig snout short spines (Tachyglossus aculeatus), 4 types of possum, wallaby, wild cats, and tree kangaroos.

4. Tropical Rainforest Heritage of Sumatra (Leuser Mountain National Park, Kerinci Seblat National Park, South Bukit Barisan National Park)


Tropical heritage rainforests of Sumatra that includes three national parks are getting recognition from UNESCO in 2004.


Leuser Mountain National Park (TNGL) itself is one of nature conservation area in the administration of government lies in two provinces, namely Aceh and North Sumatra. TNGL includes native ecosystems from coast to high mountains covered by dense forest typical of tropical rain. In this TNGL region, there are rare plants and typical of a giant umbrella leaf (Johannesteijsmannia altifrons), Raflesia flower (Rafflesia atjehensis and R. micropylora) and Rhizanthes zippelnii which is the largest flower with a diameter of 1.5 meters. In addition, there is a unique plant or strangler fig plant.


Meanwhile, Kerinci Seblat national park is the largest national park in Sumatra. The park extends into four provinces, namely West Sumatra, Jambi, Bengkulu and South Sumatra. The park consists of the Bukit Barisan Mountains, which is the highest plateau in the Sumatra region, springs, hot springs, wing swift rivers, caves, waterfalls and the highest caldera lake in Southeast Asia, Mount Seven. The national park also has a diverse flora and fauna. About 4,000 species of plants grow in areas of national parks including the world's largest flower Rafflesia arnoldi, and the highest rates in the world, the Titan Arum. Fauna in the national park area comprising among others the Sumatran Tiger, Sumatran Rhinoceros, Sumatran Elephant, Clouded Tiger, Malay Tapir, Sun Bear and about 370 species of birds.


South Bukit Barisan National Park is included in the area of administration of West Lampung and Tanggamus region, where both are part of Lampung Province. This park is very rich in biodiversity and is home to three species of the most endangered large mammal in the world: the Sumatran elephant (less than 2000 fish that survive today), Sumatran rhinoceros (total global population: 300 individuals and the less drastic amounts) and the Sumatran tiger (total global population of about 400 individuals). The park entrance is also in the Global 200 Ecoregions, the rank of habitat land, freshwater and sea on earth is the most conspicuous of the biological standpoint made by WWF. The park is highlighted as a priority area for Sumatran rhino conservation through the Asian Rhino and Elephant Action Strategy (Areas) from the WWF. In addition, IUCN, WCS and WWF have identified the South Bukit Barisan National Park as a Tiger Conservation Unit (Wikramanayake et al., 1997), the most important forest areas for conservation of tigers in the world. Finally, in 2002, UNESCO has chosen this area to be proposed as World Heritage Cluster Mountainous Areas and National Park Gunung Leuser and Kerinci Seblat.

World Heritage of Culture

Indonesia has 3 objects with the status of "World Heritage of Culture". These objects are:

1. Borobudur Temple

Borobudur Temple received recognition from UNESCO in 1991. It is a Buddhist temple located in Magelang, Central Java. The temple was founded by followers of Mahayana Buddhism around the year 800 AD during the reign of the dynasty. The temple that when viewed from above form a Mandala structure (symbol of the universe in Buddhist cosmology). The temple does not use cement at all in construction, but with the interlock system (like Lego blocks that can be attached without glue).

2. Prambanan Temple

Prambanan Temple received recognition from UNESCO in 1991. It is the largest Hindu temple complex in Indonesia. The temple is located 17 km from the city center that was built in the 10th century during the reign of two kings, namely Rakai Pikatan and Balitung. The temple has three main temples in the primary yard, namely Vishnu Temple, Brahma, and Shiva. The three temples are a symbol of Trimurti in Hindu belief.

3. Sangiran Site

Sangiran site recognized by UNESCO in 1996. It is an archaeological site located in Central Java. Administratively located in Sragen regency and Karanganyar. Initially the research of Sangiran is a dome called Sangiran Dome. Top of the dome is then opened through a process of erosion to form a depression. In the depression that can be found in soil layers that contain information about life in the past. On this site, we can find lots of information about the remains of past life. In addition, there is complete information about the history of early human life with all things around them. From about the place of living, life pattern, animals that live with them until the occurrence of the landscape within a period of not less than 2 million years ago.

World Heritage of Intangible Culture

In this category, Indonesia has 4 objects, namely:

1. Wayang (Shadow Puppet)

Wayang is Indonesia traditional art which is mainly developed in Java and Bali. Sunan Kali Jaga and Raden Patah were instrumental used in developing the Puppet. The Guardian in Java has been set up in such a way into three parts. First Wayang Kulit in East Java, Wayang Wong in Central Java, and the third Marionette Puppet in West Java. Each very related to one another. Namely "Where the contents (Wayang Wong) and Where the Skin (Wayang Kulit) should be sought (Marionette puppet)". Puppet show has been recognized by UNESCO on November 7, 2003, as an amazing work culture in the field of narrative story and legacy of the beautiful and very valuable (Masterpiece of Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity).
Today, not only to the extent of shadow Wayang puppet and the puppet people, there are also e-puppet that overall manufacturing process uses digital facilities. E-puppet can be viewed via the website.

2. Keris (Kris)

Keris get UNESCO recognition in 2005. Keris which we now know is the result of a long evolutionary process. Modern keris known today is a unique dagger awl with a variety of forms. Besides being used as a weapon, a dagger is also often considered to have supernatural powers. These weapons are often mentioned in many traditional legends, such as MPU Gandring in legend of Ken Arok and Ken Dedes.

3. Batik

Batik is recognized as World Heritage by UNESCO in 2009. To celebrate, Indonesia has made 2 October as a Batik national day. Indonesian batik motives vary depending on region.

4. Angklung

Angklung is planned to gain recognition from UNESCO on November 18th to come. Bamboo musical instrument which can produce very beautiful voice echoes are well known to the world.

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Top 11: The most romantic place in Indonesia

1. Bintan island, Riau, Sumatra

Bintan Island is located in Riau Islands Province, it has a very charming island atmosphere. The combination of white sand, blue water, and the tree that makes this island is worth visiting


2. Kaliurang, Yogyakarta

Kaliurang is located 28 miles north of Yogyakarta city, precisely in the hamlet of Kaliurang, Hargobinangun, Pakem, Sleman. As you climbed to the top of the hill Plawangan, and you'll see the seductive scenery around you.



3. Senggigi Beach, Lombok

This beach is located on the west coast of Lombok, it has green scenery and stunning underwater. The waves are not too big, of course, will add a romantic honeymoon periods.


4. Moyo isalnd, West Nusa Tenggara

If you want to feel the world just for you two, come to Moyo Island in West Nusa Tenggara, as a honeymoon. This area is still quiet and genuine, but the facilities are widely available. There are cottages that provide a variety of amenities. It has the combination of white sand, no coral reef fish, waterfalls and natural pools. Moyo Island has a height variation from 0-648 m above sea level. As a marker of sustainability, the island is located in an area of about 30,000 acres; hundreds of butterflies will be seen from bushes, trees or in the middle of savanna. The island is also home to 21 species of bats, birds, macaque, wild pig, deer and snakes. With the natural conditions is still genuine, it is advisable to enter the island with a guide.


5. Ubud village, Bali

The village is also believed to give inspiration to visitors. Ubud is a popular place among foreign tourists because this location is situated between the fields and forest that lies between the chasms of the mountain that makes the nature so beautiful. In addition, Ubud is known for its art and culture that is growing very rapidly and developed. The pulse of Ubud community life can not be separated from art. Here there are also many art galleries, and music arenas. The dance performances are held alternately every night in all corners of the village.


6. Bunaken, Manado, North Sulawesi

Bunaken Island Marine Park is very exotic. This marine park has the greatest marine biodiversity in the world. Coming to the Park with your spouse, then discover the underwater beauty of Bunaken. Bunaken marine park has a 20 point dive (dive spot) with varying depth of up to 1344 meters. It has 20 diving points, 12 points among them is located around Bunaken Island.


7. Sampireun, the village of Garut, West Java

The villages are located in Sampireun Ciparay, Village Sukakarya, Garut, West Java. Sampireun Village offers all the simplicity and convenience features that you need for your exotic honeymoon


8. Bangka Belitung

Belitung Island panorama is dominated by beautiful beaches, crystal clear waters and white sand beaches along the stunning scenery. It is can not be found on other islands, this island is a special island for honeymooners.


9. Tanjung lesung, Banten, West Java

Tanjung lesung is located on the west coast of the Sunda Strait, precisely in the village of Tanjung Jaya, Pandeglang, Banten. The resort can be used as an alternative to your honeymoon destination. It takes 3-5 hours from the capital city of Jakarta through Pandeglang. The atmosphere here is very charming with beautiful blue sea and white sand spread. You can enjoy the beauty of Mount ancient world's most famous, Krakatau volcano which is one of the world's volcanoes that are floating in the sea.


10. Raja Ampat Islands, Papua

Raja Ampat is worldwide recognized as one of the 10 best waters for diving. Marine life is also the most comprehensive in the world. No place on earth that has so much diversity of marine life as in Raja Ampat. Based on research, more than 573 types of coral reefs, or about 75 percent of the world's coral species found in Raja Ampat. In addition, there also are more than 828 species of fish from the world's 1074 species of fish and 700 types of mollusks (soft animals.


11. Umang island, Banten, West Java

Umang island is located in Pulau Umang Pandeglang, Banten. This place is suitable to avoid the stress of urban life and enjoy the beautiful moments of honeymoon or vacation. On this island, there are resorts that have been arranged with an artistic natural beauty of the mountains surrounded by sea will add more romance for your honeymoon.

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Exotic Honeymoon in Paradise

Suppose for a moment that you decided after your special day to go to an exotic land surrounded with turquoise seas, scenic beauty that astounds and excites the passions, and spectacular views of the oceanic lifestyle of the islands. Well, what are you waiting for? Indonesia, the land of thousands of tropical paradise islands, is waiting for you. These are islands waiting to be explored and enjoyed for that special vacation of a lifetime. Indonesia is the perfect honeymoon getaway for those who desire the beauty of the islands, and accommodations that will take your breath away.


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